Sophia from Omaha, NE

There are a couple of restaurants and coffee shops on the campus that are every much used by the students.

Dorm Life

There is no dorms in Metropolitan Community College

Academic Rigor

Each day teacher push students to the best of their abilities to succeed.

Tips for prospective students

Focus on the class you may attending to the fullest, every class is given to the students to learn much more. There are plenty of resources that can help you on the campus, use them to your best advantage. Do not be afraid to ask for help from the teachers in the tutoring centers, the teachers in the classrooms, the advisors or even students. They are there to help each other.

In three sentences

Metropolitan Community College is a well known school in the area. Plenty of resources that help students attending the school can use for help. The environment is full of diversity, calm and prefect for students to study and learn from others.

Brittany from Omaha, NE

security is pretty good. Not much goes on at the campus so I would say its a pretty safe place to be.

Greek Life

I don't know, because I can't comment on that organization due to not being a member.

Clubs and Activities

The clubs and activities are great to get involved in, and it also gives you some brownie points.

Great for these types of students

The writing and learning and tutoring center.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The Native American Event is always a hit in the summer time to bring friends and family to learn about different cultures.

Bang for the buck

The bookstore has some sales and things you can get at times that re inexpensive.

What to do for fun

There are many clubs and organizations' you can join. You can also take in volunteering on days they events available.

Food and Dining

We have a great dining area, but we can use more to choose from. Also it is a great place to go when you want to study, or do some homework. I like it you get to meet some interesting students in the dining hall.

Dorm Life

I will say I have not lived on campus at Metro before, but if you ask other student they will be able to tell you especially ones from other states.

Academic Rigor

Academics are great here, because they go back to the beginning and as you proceed to the next level of that course then you will identify the things you learned prior and are able to match them with what you're learning new.

Tips for prospective students

Always ask for help. If you don't know the answer to something ask the student services department and go too your advisor always. Get to know your campus and take a tour it will be great for first time freshman.

In three sentences

This college is great, and if you don't want to pay a lot out of pocket this is the college for you. It has great professors and the resources are even better. If your not ready for the big leagues "university" start small it will help along the way before you get there.

Than - Omaha, NE

Metro classes are very cheap, books are very cheap, A low incomes student will be good for.

Great for these types of students

ESL, dependent, independent and disability students. Metro college work with everyone and help everyone to reach their dream or goal.

Clubs and Activities

Culture clubs ,Leadership clubs and many other club that will teach you how to be a better leader. After classes how to get read and write better in English and math activities .

Greek Life

Most people live independent of dependent no so far from college and some from other cities or towns. I am dependent because I live with my parent. It's better living with parent because they support me and encourages me to keep going to college.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Two campus are in Omaha, one in north Omaha and one in southern omaha.

Campus Safety

I feel safe going to metro not just because we have officers but everyone is nice and always smiles at you when ever they see you walk by.

Tracy from Valley, NE

You wont go hungry. They have both convenience and healthy selections.

Academic Rigor

They offer many online, hybrid, and accelerated courses to keep you moving smoothly through classes!

Tips for prospective students

Enroll early to get into the classes you want to take, in the order you want to take them in. Also note, they have started separating the class from corresponding labs, for student scheduling conveniences...I advise taking them under the same instructor for consistency in educational material.

In three sentences

Metropolitan Community College is affordable for the pocketbook, flexible for the full-time employee, and comfortably diverse for the non-traditional student. It is perfect for the undergraduate/transfer student, because many 4 year graduate colleges have listed and accept an array of credits. I also love the ease of picking up non-credit courses (over 100) for the hobby enthusiast!

Jamie from OMAHA, NE

06/03/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

I haven't had any problems with safety and I only take night classes at the Fort Omaha campus. It is well lit at night and there are always people on the campus with you. I do not personally know of any break-ins, thefts or similar crimes on campus.

Great for these types of students

Non-traditional, dependent and independent, students not sure of what career path/major to go for

Bang for the buck

You absolutely get your money's worth here! Every class I've taken I've paid for out of pocket and I don't regret my spending.

Food and Dining

I haven't dined in the cafes nor the restaurant on campus.

Dorm Life

I do not live in dorms at Metro.

Academic Rigor

The courses I've taken so far haven't been too rigorous as they have been primarily introductory courses. My sister is in the pre-Nursing program at Metro and her science related courses (Biology, A/P, Chemistry) have been quite challenging.

Tips for prospective students

Be on time, participate in class and enjoy the environment. Metro has students from all walks of life and with every new class there is something new to be learned and taken from it.

In three sentences

Metropolitant Community College (MCC) has given me a better educational experience than a previously attended university. MCC provides great content for the tution and a new experience in each course you take! It is the best choice I have made thus far in my post-high school life.

Jacob from Bellevue, NE

05/01/2014

Reviewer is A past student here.

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Bang for the buck

Metro has extremely cheap tuition rates. For a high school student that wants to dual enroll, its only $25 per credit hour. For the average student, it's right around $50 per credit hour. You can literally get an Associate's Degree from them for six thousand dollars or so. That is extremely affordable. When you combine that with excellent teachers, many of which either have several years, if not decades, of experience teaching, it makes a winning combination. Metro also gives each student free access to their academic resource centers, which can you help write a better paper or get a better math grade. These centers offer one-on-one tutoring to each student, plus free printing up to a certain amount for school. Again, that is invaluable to college students. Overall, Metro is really worth every penny you pay; the education is top-notch, the help is wonderful, and the location is convenient.

What to do for fun

Because Metro's campuses are located all over the Omaha area, they are always near to some attraction. The campus I went to, Sarpy Center, was next to a golf course and just a few minutes from a nice lake. My campus was also connected to the city library. There are fun things to do their, you just may want to look around a bit to find them.

Food and Dining

I went to a smaller Metro campus, so we only had one snack bar. It is called Nique's Coffee and Snacks, and it awesome. Nique is such a cool person to talk to about anything, and her food tastes really good while still being college-student affordable. Also each campus is within a mile of either fast food, sit-down restaurants, or a grocery store like Hy-Vee or Walmart. So there is food around for all those hungry students.

Dorm Life

Metro's campuses do not have dorms, so everyone commutes to the campuses. But because there are several campuses throughout the Omaha area, the commuting is actually quite easy.

Academic Rigor

The coursework at Metro is very informational, and it is all fitted into about two or three months per each course, instead of the usual four month semester. Therefore, there is a lot of homework. For instance, if you take a psychology class, you may have to read a whole 30 page chapter in one or two days. However, most of the tests are not that rigorous. It is up to each teacher how you will be tested, so some may do mid-terms and finals, others may do four smaller tests throughout the trimester, still others may have weekly quizzes. This makes it less likely that you will be cramming for finals for several different courses at once, which is less stress. Also, they have writing and math centers at each campus. So if you are having trouble, the centers can help you get that A-worthy essay or understand that algebra in no time.

Tips for prospective students

Be prepared to study very hard. Because Metro divides its school year into trimesters instead of semesters, they are very packed with information. You may have to write three big papers within a two-month time period. So you need good time management skills and energy in order to meet all the class deadlines. Also, while the coursework is rigorous, the teachers are truly there to help you. If you have a problem understanding something or meeting a deadline, don't be afraid to talk to them. They are more than willing to help you, and they want you to succeed, not just get a good grade. Only take two or three classes in a quarter. The workload becomes very intense if you go over three classes, and it can be hard to keep your grades up. So keep that in mind when you sign up, especially if you pick intensive classes, like English and psychology. They require some work, but they are doable.

In three sentences

Metro is a great school that truly cares for it's students and goes to great lengths to help them succeed. They have a variety of class times that will work for any student's schedule, and their teachers are knowledgeable in what they teach. Every one of my teachers was easy to contact, ready to answer my questions, well prepared for classes, and understanding if I had to miss a class. Overall, Metro is concerned for the students, with great teachers and curriculum to help the students reach their short and long-term goals.

They don't have a dining hall but in the main commons building there are coffee shops, a couple of restaurants, visiting vendors, and vending machines. I've bought food from pretty much all of them and have no complaints, especially considering I only attend night classes!

Dorm Life

Not any dorms at the campus I attend but there may be some at other locations.

Academic Rigor

Rigors always depend on the professor teaching the class. So far, I have been pleased with my selection and have also been challenged in my courses. This is a serious school so come to study!

Jacqueda from Omaha, NE

07/29/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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What to do for fun

I'm big into music (playing, writing, sing, etc), and I do a lot of church activities as well, but I've made some friends at metro and we go to the movies sometimes and things like that. That is something I never thought I'd do, so that's a very cool aspect of Metro as well.

Food and Dining

The food is good and the cafe has a lot of healthy options which I appreciate, and portion sizes are good, but pricing is on the expensive side.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms on my campus so I can't speak to that.

Academic Rigor

The intensity of the class depends on the subject as well as the professor, but you will never end a class without your academic boundaries being pushed. Each class that I've taken has stretched me in one way or another and it's a very satisfying feeling.

Tips for prospective students

I suggest signing up as early as possible for classes because they do fill up quickly, and don't over load yourself. The class load is something to get used to because the semesters are a tab bit shorter so don't pile on to thick you're first semester.

In three sentences

If you're looking to get a university level education at an extremely cheap price, then you need to visit Metro! Being a student at Metro has brought me a wealth of experiences and opportunity in my learning. I've been provided with top notch teachers, who are more than qualified in their fields, and who bring lots of dynamic flavors to the classroom to provide the best possible learning atmosphere.

Madeline from Omaha, NE

I have never experienced any kind of trouble at the campus with anyone or myself. This campus is safe and the staff is very friendly.

Great for these types of students

Great for students who aren't sure where to start for college. Now I totally know what I can expect at a major university. And if anything, I feel very excited to attend the university. I say bring it!

Bang for the buck

I love it here. I am getting many credits fulfilled that I will need to transfer to my university, and it is worth the money. It is virtually free when I applied for the Pell Grant, which almost anyone can get.

What to do for fun

Since the campus I attend, Sarpy campus, is very small, it doesn't support activity clubs and such. However, there are small activities for the kids on weeknights in the library.

Food and Dining

There is this great little cafe inside run by a wonderful and cool woman. She makes almost everything and it is delicious. There are also snack and pop vending machines around the campus.

Dorm Life

This is a community college, so one must have a private residence. There is no on-campus living.

Academic Rigor

There's a lot of chapter reading and note taking. But it's all good and necessary to prepare for a real university. It can be simple as long as you stay on track and ask questions.

Tips for prospective students

Don't stress too much about missing a class. But attend as many of the classes as you can, because it may be difficult to stay on schedule with the class and difficult to receive sufficient test scores by taking notes in class.

Jamie from Bellevue, NE

So far, it does seem to be good. There is a small menu, but they cover each meal.

Dorm Life

I do not live at a dorm.

Academic Rigor

It depends on the instructor. My psych instructor takes his class very seriously. He is funny, which makes it a little easier. A lot of out-of-class reading. I haven't had an exam yet in any class.

Tips for prospective students

If you are a brand new student, my advice is get your books before your 1st class. And yes, your 1st class is important. Some think it's not, but your instructors will note if you skip it. Also, read the first couple chapters before your 1st class. It will help.

In three sentences

I've only had 2 classes so far, but I am enjoying myself & I am glad that I chose Metro. The instructors/professors, know their field of study. The other students are very friendly & helpful. I feel that I will learn a great deal while at Metro & am excited for the rest of my time here.

Euphemia Isakova

03/13/2013

Reviewer is A past student here.

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What to do for fun

There were not a lot of activities that I found that you could join. They don't really advertise the clubs so I was baffled when I found one for student government or what not that I liked but then saw that it was too late to register/join.

Food and Dining

I never ate at the campus. They did not really cater to the student so there weren't a lot of options to eat on campus anyways.

Dorm Life

I did not live in their dorms but have seen the ones on the Fort Omaha campus and they do not look too bad.

Academic Rigor

I thought the curriculum is quite easy unless you actually challenge yourself. The required classes I took were super easy but when I had to choose others to satisfy the credit requirements, I made sure to pick ones that were somewhat difficult.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure to talk to your counselor as much as possible, they really helped in answering questions and planning out an educational prospectus. Be on the scout for good teachers as well. If you don't like a class or are afraid to fail because of the poor quality of the teacher, make sure to drop the class ASAP.

In three sentences

Decent curriculum, plenty of classes to choose from, and pocket friendly. I had some very good teachers but not so great ones as well, overall all though it was a good college for students transferring to a University like myself (to save a bit of money) and for people who want to brush up on their education. They only down side would be the diversity of the students, it is more of a college for mature students then ones just starting their educational journey.

Great bang for the buck, currently resident students pay 51 per credit hour.

What to do for fun

Different organizations and clubs: Phi Theta Kappa, Lesbian and Gay and MCC Corps.

Food and Dining

Cafeterias available in 1 campus that I know of on Fort Omaha Campus, South Omaha Campus has outside vendors Mon-Fri during lunch.

Academic Rigor

Classes are nicely balanced to accommodate those who have been out of school and for those needing advanced material.

Tips for prospective students

Like I stated previously, awesome starting point.

In three sentences

I think MCC is a great starting point for students. Whether you are a high school student who is not sure what to study, people changing career paths or for those juggling home, school, work and family. There are many locations all over the Metro area and wonderful resources.

MCC has a lot of student life options and cultural events. Also, since all of the locations are in Omaha, you have easy access to everything in the city.

Food and Dining

Basic cafes at most campuses. The South Omaha campus has an excellent culinary institute with an awesome cafeteria. That bumped the rating an extra star.

Dorm Life

Im not in the dorms. I haven't heard anything bad.

Academic Rigor

Not an ivy league by any means, but the courses give you the foundational knowledge required to be successful in your degree field and competitive when entering other academic institutions.

Tips for prospective students

Study your basic comprehension skills before taking the mandatory assessments. You can save money by only taking credit courses in math, english, etc.

In three sentences

MCC is a great option for busy professionals that need the flexibility of online, evening, and weekend classes. With affordable tuition, transfer agreements at most colleges and universities in Nebraska, you can get your bachelor's degree at nearly half the cost of attending most other schools.

Kelli from Elkhorn, NE

I have never had any issues with security. They seem to always be present and watching, which in itself is a deterrent.

Greek Life

There are many different areas on the school campus to gather and mind meld. Unfortunately although I am a 4.0 student I am not involved with any groups.

Clubs and Activities

I really can not comment on this as I am 46 years old and have a full time job, I do not get involved or have the time to.

Great for these types of students

Me and everyone else that attends. Really and seriously thou there is good vibes here and it works for all.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

They have a Frisbee golf course!

Bang for the buck

At only $54.00 per credit hour this is a good as it gets. They offer Rental books, buy back book program as well as electronic books. I think you get all you need for a decent price.

What to do for fun

Sorry I am no fun, I study then go to work then study some more, sad huh?

Food and Dining

Einstein's Cafe is delish and has great chicken salad sandwiches. Staff has an outgoing, friendly and delightful attitude.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms.

Academic Rigor

Paced perfectly, with opportunities to get help and tutoring in every facet of education required. So far I have not picked an Instructor that hasn't kept me challenged and on my toes. If I ever need help their Library (Study Center) is always available to help.

Tips for prospective students

Study for your placement exams, this could decrease the time it takes to get your degree immensely. Seek out a career counselor, ask other students of the same interest in education who they like and who works with them. Stay involved, inside and outside of class time, with discussions, events and communication with instructor. Do not miss class, your attendance here is looked at by future prospective employers. Show them you are dependable.

In three sentences

Metro is very convenient and extremely flexible. Offers a plethora of credited courses and occupational degrees, as well as possibility of transfer credits four year colleges accept. Although any continuing education is expensive, MCC is only $54.00 per credit hour, which rocks in my books (which are still very expensive).

Jacquelynne from Mead, NE

Although there are plenty of organizations to join, they don't do a very good job of encouraging you to join other than a designated day.

Great for these types of students

Diversity is something big on the campuses. Age, race, and gender all vary.

Bang for the buck

It's a cheap school, but the work is hard. You get the same education as anyone else and for much cheaper.

What to do for fun

There's plenty of organizations to join. Plenty of volunteer opportunities as well.

Food and Dining

A few campuses have some small cafe type of eateries, but other than that you would have to go off campus for food.

Dorm Life

None

Academic Rigor

It's not Harvard, but it's still challenging. I believe i'm an average student, Metro challenges me intellectually. I believe that it's more challenging because the classes are smaller than at a University so there's time for the professors to come up with harder material.

Tips for prospective students

Metro is a great school. Very professional on every campus and very willing to help. I would suggest meeting with advisers and planning out your future. It's also very easy to take classes that you want to do.

In three sentences

Metropolitan Community College is a diverse school that is open to everyone. It's easy to get your classes scheduled to fit yours. Overall I'd suggest Metro to anyone who was okay with giving up the traditional college experience (i.e. dorm life, parties, clubs and activities).

Katilyn from Omaha, NE

There is always a police officer on each campus. Metro also has it own police force that are still real police officers, not rent-a-cops.

Great for these types of students

Great for culinary students and trade students.

Bang for the buck

The price is right, especially for the classes that require more supplies than a notebook and pencil.

What to do for fun

There are many student organizations that new students can get involved in.

Food and Dining

The food on the campuses is decent. The food from the culinary student bistro on the Fort campus is amazing.

Dorm Life

Only one campus has dorms and I have never used them.

Academic Rigor

With shorter class schedules the subjects can be a little more condensed than the traditional university but I feel that if you apply yourself you can learn just as much, if not more.

Tips for prospective students

Feel free to explore the different areas of interest such as photography, history, or culinary. Always go to class, you can't learn if you don't want to be engaged. Never be afraid to ask for help from the teachers.

In three sentences

It is a decent school for people who don't like being in school. The quarter systems allows for more subject exploration opportunities than the traditional university semester system would allow. The Culinary program is one of the best in the area.

Elliot from Omaha, NE

11/29/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

The building and grounds are kept secure every morning and night with multiple door and gate locks. There halls and grounds are constantly patrolled by on-campus security guards and maintainence members, none of whom have presented a threat to the safety of current students, regardless of gender, race or creed.

Clubs and Activities

There are many clubs and on-campus activities for students. There are quite a few sports and leisure clubs, many diversity-based clubs and quite a few on-campus events, such as the yearly Native American festivals.

Great for these types of students

Metropolitan Community College is perfect for transfer-credit students looking to get some of their basic degree requirements out of the way. It is also perfect for any nursing, auto tech, or culinary students.

Bang for the buck

The education is superb, especially for the price. To any potentially-hesitant prospective students: this is not your typical community college. The staff is well-trained, knowledgeable and friendly, upkeep of the grounds is impecible, and the campus locations and class scheduling is perfect for any student's needs.

Food and Dining

The on-campus Einstein Cafe is fantastic! The food is prepared by the students of the Culinary Institute on the Fort Campus, and the students' cooking skills shine with their ever-changing menu. The prices are also rather affordable for cafeteria-based meals.

Dorm Life

I have not lived on campus, so I cannot properly attest to the quality of MCC's dorm life.

Academic Rigor

The classes are geared to students of varied learning levels. They test the knowledge of both seasoned and new students alike, while still being set at a comfortable pace considering MCC's quarter-based academic year.

Tips for prospective students

As a prospective student, be sure to keep in mind your overall goal at Metropolitan Community College. For transfer students, be sure to work with the counselors to address your overall goals and needs in order to get the best out of your education and to ensure that your schedule is filled with applicably transferable courses. For technical-degree-minded students, be sure to work with the advisors to determine which campus and schedule will properly accomodate both your goals and needs based on your current living situation.

In three sentences

With multiple campuses throughout the Omaha city limits and beyond, Metropolitan Community College offers a diverse list of technical programs and associates degree programs for a wide dichotomy of new and returning students of any age. The scheduling is flexible, the cost per credit hour is more than affordable and the staff is generally friendly, knowledgeable and filled with the desire to help the student succeed and attain the most they can with their college experience. Metropolitan Community College is quickly becoming an Omaha mainstay and will continue to flourish as it continues its strong emphasis on education and advancement.

Joyelle from Omaha, NE

10/23/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Clubs and Activities

There are plenty of clubs and activities here such as Trio, POPS, Pow Wows, Multi-Cultural Day. There are always job fairs here on campus. Other colleges coming to recruit students for their 4-year college. There is always something to do and be apart of, if you ask the right questions.

Great for these types of students

If you are just out of high-school with bad studying habits or you don't know what you are wanting to major in yet, come to Metro. If you just need to get started somewhere without paying a lot of money on classes, come to Metro.

Bang for the buck

If you are just starting off at school and need to get your studying habits down, or even need to just get some credits so you can go to a 4 year college, Metro is the way to go. They are the cheapest school I have seen so far. I absolutely love every aspect here, because there is so much to do and take advantage of!

What to do for fun

I hang in the cafeteria with classmates and we do group studies together.

Food and Dining

The Fort Campus has the Culinary School, and there is a restaurant called the Bistro, right off of Sorenson and the food is WONDERFUL and the price is reasonable.

Academic Rigor

There are many great teachers here. The teachers I have had personally, I feel are the best! They were and are all willing to go the extra mile to help you understand the material.

Tips for prospective students

Take the college tour. Get involved as much as possible. Use all of the Centers available to get you and keep you ahead in your classes. Ask questions if you are lost. Try the different groups and programs available, such as Trio and POPS.

In three sentences

Metro is very resourceful, such as the Math Center, Writing Center, Academic Resource Center, Science Center. Has great teachers, advisors, and staff. Wonderful benefits for students, such as passes to class (bus passes), Car-pool, free parking permit, tours for new students (and you recieve a little package for attending), and much more.

Laryssa from Omaha, NE

Many clubs and activities available for those who are looking to be involved.

Great for these types of students

There's a little something for everyone if you look hard enough

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Their annual Native American Day that is held on-campus.

Bang for the buck

The plethara of services that MCC offers would definitely count towards getting a bang for the buck.

Academic Rigor

Challenging, however, there are tutoring services available, upon request.

Tips for prospective students

Start with the Student Resource Center. There you will find assistance with scheduling your classes, financial aid as well as tutoring. Whatever your need; if they're not able to assist they can point you in the right direction.

In three sentences

Metropolitan Community College is a excellent choice for someone looking for flexibility in scheduling their classes. I work full-time and have lots of choices when selecting classes that will fit around my schedule. The student center is also an awesome resource to assist with scheduling and seeing how you can make MCC the right fit, for you.

Nicole from Winslow, NE

At night there is a cop on campus plus during the day there is some always in the office or a cop walking around.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Most the campus are easy to find.

What to do for fun

After or before you can get on school computers or laptops and play games. Some campus have an activite going on.

Food and Dining

There is normal one day a week they serve FREE popcorn. There is also many pop and candy mechience around. One down fall is that the only the big campus have dine in places. But there place close to also eat.

Dorm Life

There is no dorms at MCC but you can stay at home or rent a place with friend. I picked to stay home.

Academic Rigor

the changeling part of MCC is not dropping out when it get hard. I took the same class over and over for 3 to 4 time before passing and moving up a stage.

Tips for prospective students

1. do not put off testing or meeting with teachers. 2. STUDY STUDY STUDY 3. use a calendar

In three sentences

I would rate MCC at a 3 to 4. The financial aid office is very stressful at times. Other then that it is great.

Rebecca from Omaha, NE

Absolutely fantastic for adult learners who have a very busy schedule.

Bang for the buck

I love that MCC pricing is not as expensive as other schools, for the same classes.

Food and Dining

Food at MCC is priced decently.

Dorm Life

I do not live in a Dorm, but I'm sure it would be a great experience if I did.

Academic Rigor

I love MCC because they help you build study habits. I work full time, Military, and I go to school full time as well. Education for me is challenging, but MCC pushes me to go that extra mile to achieve good grades!

Tips for prospective students

Always keep yourself informed. This is easy to do because everyone is very helpful. I have spoken to the dean- very dedicated man! If you're looking for general classes, or credits to transfer, this is the route to go. Not that expensive, but high quality education!

In three sentences

The teachers are absolutely sociable! The Homework is not difficult because teachers are always helpful! they maximize your learning potential.

Aubrie from Omaha, NE

At my campus, there is always a guard on duty. I feel extremely safe at my college.

Clubs and Activities

I haven't had much time to join any clubs, but I really want to be a part of them sometime.

Great for these types of students

My campus is very art-oriented. There's photography, design, cinematography, among many other types of artistic classes.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The Commons is a great place to hang out and catch up with friends.

Bang for the buck

Compared to many colleges, Metropolitan Community college offers a lot for very little tuition. Right now I am in the photography program and at any other school I'd be paying $30,000 per semester. That isn't the case here, yet I'm learning just as much as a $30,000 school.

What to do for fun

Metropolitan Community College has non-credit classes that are really fun to be a part of. I've taken a couple of classes that are not part of my current curriculum just for fun. There are also plenty of clubs to be a part of such as the Photo Club and Creative Writing Club.

Food and Dining

My campus has a cafe that is great for those days when I've studied hard the day before and needed a quick breakfast before heading to class.

Dorm Life

My campus does not have dorms, but life outside the college is a very new experience that every college student would benefit from. It really gets you ready for the real world while still in school.

Academic Rigor

The classes are very fast paced since the school year is divided into quarters instead of semesters. It can be very challenging, but also very rewarding.

Tips for prospective students

Have fun and study hard.

In three sentences

Metropolitan Community College is great for students starting out in college. The campus is very welcoming and it is very easy to make new friends. My experience so far at Metro has been so much fun that I wish I could extend my time as a student there.

Jocelyn from Omaha, NE

Lots of people to hang out with and there is alot of programs and things to do with the college or with other students.

Food and Dining

The food is good and made hot and ready.

Dorm Life

I here the dorm are nice but could be fixed up a bit. However, i don't have a dorm so i don't know.

Academic Rigor

These classes are very easy, but require work on your part. If you come to class and do the homework it will be easy and you will get the best grade for you. You just need to show up and pay attention and not slack off, like at any college.

Tips for prospective students

If you can, you should start at somewhere else because it is hard to transfer and there is a lot of classes that don't transfer over equally.

In three sentences

It is a great started college for people coming out of high school and don't know what to do or people that are older and starting all over again. It has nice small classes with lots of teacher attention.

Retrenia from Omaha, NE

A person should go to a movie or gather with some friends and play games.

Food and Dining

Save money and cook at all cost.

Dorm Life

If you are a student who lives in the dorms have some fun. But you are there to learn and get your education.

Academic Rigor

Always be on top of your grades and dont let them fall.

Tips for prospective students

The tips that i would give to a prospective student is to ask questions when you are enrolling with school about your financial aid, And when you get into your classes pay attention to your professors and ask questions if you don't understand.

In three sentences

I really love that the staff at metro is very informative and they are willing to help you succeed in school.

Molly from LaVista, NE

Great for all students, the new to college kid and the back to school mom/grandma.

Bang for the buck

At the Sarpy Center there is a nice sized public library.

Food and Dining

At sarpy center there is a small shop area with hot fresh food.

Tips for prospective students

Try to get a class in the afternoon, you can save on tuition.

In three sentences

Metropolitan Community College is a college for people of all ages. Its smaller more person classes, which makes it a more comfortable learning experience. Since the classes are smaller you also get more one on one learning.

Mi from Omaha, NE

students that don't like big classes and a lot of hard homework. students who want to get started into a college environment but not ready to get into a big university.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

none that i know of

What to do for fun

there is nothing. it is a community college. there are some clubs you can join.

Dorm Life

no dorm life

Academic Rigor

i feel the courses are easy and not much of a challenge. some of the teachers don't know what their doing and some are too easy with their coursework.

Tips for prospective students

make sure to get financial aid done as early as possible so that there is no delay and no problems. make sure to have a backup plan in case financial aid falls through because their books are costly. and metro always changes edition of books frequently.

In three sentences

the classes are small and teachers are easy to talk to for help. financial aid is a pain to get and their not very helpful with payment options. books and tuition are very costly for a community college.

Nathaniel from Omaha, NE

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Food and Dining

The Metro Campus just built a new dining hall and they have the best Dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Dorm Life

The dorms are pretty cool and have quite a lot of space.

Academic Rigor

The hard thing to come across at metro is getting your tuition and books payed on time. The deadline is pretty lengthy and you should be able complete on time, if not earlier, if you do what is necessary before then.

In three sentences

Metro Fort Omaha Campus is great school! Even though it's small and not every bodies first choice I love it here. It's very great for first College Freshman.

Depends on the teacher you choose for a class, but most are fair; if you study hard, you will receive a good grade. It is all about how much effort you're willing to put forward.

Tips for prospective students

If you are searching for an exceptional online degree program, you should really consider MCC. Although, I had taken a few years off from school, when I enrolled in MCC they made me feel welcomed and made enrolling simple and quick.

In three sentences

MCC has great online degree programs. Student advisers are easily available through the phone. MCC does a amazing job at keeping textbook costs low for students.

Nicholas from Omaha, NE

05/18/2011

Reviewer is A past student here.

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Great for these types of students

1. People who work part-time 2. People who want to discover their true vocation 3. People who want to enrich their lives 4. Public, private, and home-schooled High Schooler's who want to get a year's worth of school done in a quarter. 5. Anyone with a willing attitude to learn and have fun doing it.

Tips for prospective students

1. Although I did mention that the tuition is cheap, be wary of prices of the books you're planning to buy before you head into the book store, I once bought a text book that was $280 dollars at the campus book store and then later found out that I could have gotten it for $90 online. 2. It is crucial to take advantage of the resources available to Metro students in most campuses; I previously mentioned that you can access a math lab with very knowledgeable tutors on most campuses, but if you're more on the writing-side, there is also a Writing Center on most campuses, as well. The people there massively helped me write really good personal statement essays when I was applying to college. If you need to access a computer with all the software necessary to succeed in any course where computer-use is necessary, there is also often an Academic Resource Center (ARC) on most campuses. 3. Be sure you're putting in the time necessary to succeed in your courses. I know that there's a lot of people at Metro who work part-time/full-time and many with multiple jobs, but be aware that for every hour spent in class, you need to be spending two hours outside of class studying - so make sure you can handle you're life before you stack more courses. 4. If you're planning on attending MCC, be aware that most incoming students will need to take the COMPASS assessment test, which is basically a computer program that tests your current knowledge in areas of Math, English, and Science. If you're planning on taking the COMPASS Math exam, I STRONGLY encourage you to visit the math center and ask for any preparation materials available; a well-prepared skill set will save you time and money from taking classes that you know are lower than your actual math knowledge. 5. Be sure to visit with your instructor on a regular basis - If it means only about 5 minutes a week during office hours, you're still going to cash in on huge dividends because once you build a relationship with your instructor, they're most likely going to give you hints on what is on the next exam, if not, grade you on a more lenient basis.

Bang for the buck

Obviously you cannot go wrong with the superior value of the knowledge gained in most of the courses compared to the cost of tuition at Metro CC. To give you an example, I'm going to the University of Michigan in an engineering discipline, and it costs well over $3,000 to attend a physics course there, but at Metro, it only costs $225.

Did enjoy being here

One of the most spectacular things about this school is the amount of resources available to students, including my favorite place to be: The South Omaha Campus Math Center. Here, you can really connect with peers in solving major homework problems and ask almost any math-related questions to the knowledgeable tutors from pre-Algebra all the way to Differential Equations. On top of that the Math Center is truly becomes a support group and helped me to get a 102% final grade on my last physics course (Oh, and did I mention that they do chemistry, as well?).

Did learn a lot

The school is comprised of several campuses across the Omaha metro area, hence the name, Metropolitan Community College. In all of the classes I have attended, I definitely learned a lot of material but it all depends of what type of attitude is brought to the table on the student's part.

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